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Bath chip & crack repair in Cotleigh, Devon
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Cotleigh. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- What kind of damage it is
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many areas need work
- The material
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
Phone pictures are fine. Make sure they show:
- One picture of the whole bath
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- What it’s made of, if you know
Send us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your EX14 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Bath repair in Cotleigh, done in place
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the next day. We’re frequently asked to fix cracks in an acrylic bath and rusty patches near the plughole, across acrylic, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Where
- Cotleigh (EX14)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Cotleigh
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a fitted bath generally means a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cotleigh
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
What we do, step by step
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Open a window if you can
Getting a price
For a price in Cotleigh, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Related advice
Our work in Cotleigh
Cotleigh is about 3 miles east of Honiton, in Devon. Whether you are in the middle of Cotleigh or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover all 586 towns and villages across Devon.
Every address in EX14 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include Wilmington (1 mile south-east), Monkton (1 mile north-west), Offwell (2 miles south-west), Widworthy (2 miles south-east) and Dalwood (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sidmouth (9 miles south-west), Cullompton (12 miles west), Seaton (7 miles south), Cranbrook (13 miles west), Axminster (6 miles east) and Budleigh Salterton (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Cotleigh
In Cotleigh, that means homes near Church of St Michael, among other places. The nearest railway station is Honiton station, about 2.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Allhallows Museum (2.6 miles west) and Stockland Great Castle (1.4 miles east). The countryside around Cotleigh includes Hartridge Hill.
Keeping it looking good
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Have new chips seen to early
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, just sensible cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
What we’re called out for in Cotleigh
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A chipped rim or side
What your quote should include
- How the room is protected while they work
- How to look after the finish
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How changes to the job are handled
What else we do in Cotleigh
Questions from Cotleigh
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
How soon can you come?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
